... a mylelogram(sp) is a test where they inject die into your spine and then take special x-rays and a special cat scan. Its is a very detailed view of the spine and the nerves around it. I had one done last month and it shows alot more then a typical mri (3 replies)

... A myelogram uses special dye and an x-ray method called fluoroscopy to get good pictures of the bones and spaces around the bones of the spine. If you are scheduled for a myelogram you'll want to ask for very specific directions. There are special prepatory procedures and post-test procedures (being relatively still but not to lie flat for 24-48 hours as the dye can cause... (3 replies)

... ld try a melogram. When I went back to him he seem confused and could'nt find a reason for the pain and decided to do the injections. There was no mention of the milogram and to be honest i don't know much about it. He had said it would tell him how many areas he would have to fix if he did surgery. ... (4 replies)

... ervical myelogram done last month and did "Not" get a spinal headache which I am thankful for!!!! Lying still afterwards was not so bad, I had a good rest. The test itself was a little nerve racking but I got through it OK. ... (2 replies)

... possible pars defect, and have sudden drop foot on my right foot,, Im still just having MRI's, EMG's, ect.. ran. Tomorrow I go in for a Milogram and really have no idea what to expect. Im scared to death of the thought of having dyes injected into my back.. Just how painful is a test like this? ... (2 replies)